Sonar is a youth-focused podcast exploring the music, culture, entertainment, sport and conversations shaping South Africa and the world.
Hosted by young voices from Sonar Music SA, each episode brings honest conversations, opinions, stories and fresh perspectives on what young people are listening to, watching, talking about and experiencing.
From new music and emerging artists to current affairs, sport, technology and youth culture, Sonar is a place for real conversations about the things that matter.
Episode 10 is Electric Cars and Foreign Affairs, and we're taking things international!
We kick things off with the latest Premier League drama, the Tesla Roadster, Apple's iPhone Duo and some of the tech stories getting everyone talking.
Then we're switching things up as we welcome some special guests from the Danish Embassy, diving into conversations about their work, international connections and what happens when different worlds come together.
And of course, we're bringing in the next generation, hearing directly from young people at one of our local Sonar clubs, sharing their thoughts, experiences and perspectives.
From football pitches and futuristic cars to international guests and local voices, this episode takes us just about everywhere.
Big ideas, different perspectives and conversations without borders.
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
21 Oct 2026
#9 - Solo Acts & New Tracks ft Awonke
Episode 9 is Solo Acts and New Tracks, and we're switching things up!
We're kicking things off with a solo session, diving into social media, sport, Uber etiquette and some of life's unwritten rules.
Then we're taking the mic to some of the local youth, hearing from the next generation with some fun conversations, fresh perspectives and unexpected answers.
And for the main event, we're joined by special guest Awonke Mthethwa, an up and coming artist, to chat about his musical journey, his latest single, life behind the music and his upcoming album.
From solo conversations to schoolyard voices and fresh sounds, this episode has a little bit of everything.
New voices, same Sonar
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
9 Oct 2026
#8 - Full Tanks & Empty Wallets
FULL TANKS, EMPTY WALLETS AND A WHOLE LOT GOING ON.
Episode 8 is Full Tanks & Empty Wallets, and we're back with another week of conversations, headlines and a little bit of chaos.
Schools are back, wallets are feeling the pressure, and there's plenty happening across South Africa. We're talking fuel prices, the latest developments in the AKA murder trial, surviving the final school term, and everything happening in music, sport and technology.
From classrooms to courtrooms, petrol pumps to playlists, we're covering a little bit of everything.
Big conversations, questionable opinions and plenty to talk about.
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
2 Oct 2026
#7 - Boks, Barrels and Ballots
BOKS, BARRELS AND BALLOTS. QUITE THE COMBINATION.
Episode 7 is Boks, Barrels and Ballots, and we’ve got a lot happening both at home and around the world.
We’re talking Springboks, what’s happening at the petrol pumps, South African politics, and then zooming out to the UN and some of the bigger conversations happening on the global stage.
From the rugby field to the fuel tank and all the way to the United Nations, somehow we’re talking about it all.
Big stories, bigger conversations. Welcome back to Sonar.
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
28 Sept 2026
#6 - Heritage Day
WHAT DOES HERITAGE ACTUALLY MEAN TO US?
Episode 6 is Heritage Day, and we’re celebrating South Africa while asking what heritage looks like for our generation.
We get into Heritage Day, culture and living heritage, alongside everything else that had us talking this week. From the latest in sport and the Proteas, to some serious conversations happening in South Africa, plus GTA VI, music, AI, tech and more.
A little bit of culture, a little chaos, some serious conversations and plenty of opinions.
This is South Africa. This is our generation. This is Sonar.
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
28 Sept 2026
#5 - Politics 101
POLITICS… BUT MAKE IT MAKE SENSE.
Episode 5 is Politics 101, and we’re going back to basics. What does your vote actually do? Who runs what? And why should any of it matter to young South Africans?
We break down government, elections and where your vote actually goes, alongside conversations about sport, new music, what’s happening in South Africa and some of the bigger conversations young people should be part of.
No political science degree required. Just a conversation about understanding the country we live in and having a better idea of how it actually works.
Class is in session. Welcome to Politics 101.
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
28 Sept 2026
#4 - No DNA just RSA
PLANES, BOKS AND ALBUMS. SOMEHOW, IT ALL MAKES SENSE.
Episode 4 is No DNA, Just RSA. We’re talking about the Boeing flyover that got the world talking, the Springboks getting back to winning ways, and then switching lanes completely to music.
Are albums still relevant? Do we actually listen to full projects anymore, or has the playlist and single era taken over?
From what’s happening in South Africa to what’s happening in your headphones, there’s plenty to unpack.
No DNA, Just RSA, We hope you're here to stay
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
28 Sept 2026
#3 - Heartbreak and Soccer
SPORT CAN BE A BEAUTIFUL THING… UNTIL YOUR TEAM LOSES.
Episode 3 is Heartbreak and Soccer, and we’re talking all things sport. From Springbok heartbreak and the latest in rugby, to football, the Premier League and everything happening across the sporting world.
There are wins, losses, questionable takes and probably a little unnecessary emotional investment.
It’s sport, and it might be heartbreaking
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
28 Sept 2026
#2 - The Catch Up Session
OKAY… WE’VE GOT SOME EXPLAINING TO DO.
We launched, disappeared for a minute… and now we’re back.
Episode 2 is The Catch Up Session, catching you up on where we’ve been, what’s been happening behind the scenes, and where Sonar is headed next.
Consider this the reset. We’re back, we’re up and running, and there’s plenty more on the way.
Welcome back to Sonar. Let’s catch up.
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Sonar is a youth driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
New episodes weekly.
28 Sept 2026
#1 - Youth Day Launch
THE WAIT IS OVER! SONAR IS HERE!
We’re officially on Spotify, and we’re kicking things off where it all started: Youth Day 🇿🇦
In Episode 1, we launch Sonar with a look and discussion about Youth Day. Its significance, why it still matters, and what being young in South Africa looks like today.
Expect good conversations, different perspectives, a few laughs, and plenty more to come.
Welcome to Sonar. Laugh a little, learn a little, stay a little longer
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Sonar is a youth-driven platform for conversations around music, culture, entertainment, sport and the things actually happening in our world. Made with young people, for young people, giving the next generation a space to speak, create and be heard.
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